Antarctica has this mythic weight. It resides in the collective unconscious of so many people, and it makes this huge impact, just like outer space. It's like going to the moon.
Jon KrakauerIf you're bumming out, you're not gonna get to the top, so as long as we're up here we might as well make a point of grooving. (Quoting Scott Fischer)
Jon KrakauerThe trip was to be an odyssey in the fullest sense of the word, an epic journey that would change everything.
Jon KrakauerIn climbing, having confidence in your partners is no small concern. One climber's actions can affect the welfare of the entire team.
Jon Krakauer